Distinct Motivational Profiles Based on Self‐Determination Theory Among Young and Middle‐Aged Adults With Prediabetes: Associations With Self‐Management

Key Points

• To explore the different motivational profiles based on self-determination theory among adults with prediabetes and their association with self-management.
• Identified motivational profiles in young and middle-aged adults with prediabetes.
• Examined the prevalence of these profiles related to self-management behaviors.
• Utilized self-determination theory as a framework for analysis.
• The low psychological need satisfaction-low motivation profile was the most common among participants.
• Certain motivational profiles showed a stronger association with effective self-management strategies.
• Highlighting the need for personalized intervention approaches based on motivation.